Brahea armata - Mexican Blue Palm (Plant) Indigenous Authors Specimen planted adjacent to public

Specimen planted adjacent to public bathrooms outside Head Quarters

fast draining Flower Color Green Flowering Months July

Grows to 10 feet tall and only 5 feet wide

Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Selection from Washington Park Arboretum in Seattle

Brahea armata - Mexican Blue Palm (Plant) Indigenous Authors Specimen planted adjacent to publicA native to Baja CA, this palm can reach heights of 20 30 feet, with large silvery blue fronds. Older leaves remain on the tree, forming a skirt around the trunk. It is very cold and drought tolerant, but does best with occasional deep soaks. Plant Characteristics Family Name Arecaceae Species Name Brahea armata Common Name Mexican Blue Palm Plant Type Tree Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower